Easy Divinity
This is a great no-cook divinity, perfect for holiday treats or year round enjoyment.
Serving: 60
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
1 package of fluffy white frosting mix
1/3 cup light corn syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/2 cup of boiling water
1 16 oz. package powder sugar (4cups)
1 cup chopped nuts
1. Combine dry frosting mix, corn syrup, vanilla, and boiling water in small bowl and beat on low speed until blended. Beat on high speed about 5 minutes or until stiff peaks form.
2. Transfer to large bowl. Gradually beat in sugar on low speed. Stir in nuts. Drop mixture by teaspoonfuls onto waxed paper. Let stand about 4 hours or until firm.
3. Turn candies over. Dry at least 12 hours. Store in airtight container. Makes 5 to 6 dozen.
Cook's Notes: Because mixture is extremely stiff, use a stand electric mixer only, not a hand held beater.
As I told Cynthia, even this easy recipe seems hard to me, not because it is complicated but because it is so time consuming. I want to be eating the divinity, not waiting twelve hours!
At any rate, I will have to borrow a stand electric mixer from a neighbor before I can try it.
Another hint from Cynthia, from her mother: Don't try to make divinity when it is humid or it won't set up right. You might have to eat it with a spoon
That reminds me of the days when Daddy made fudge, using the old ball of candy in a glass of water method of testing for readiness. He usually got it perfect, but sometimes it was more like a thick fudge sauce than candy. Still pretty nummy, though!
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